My grandpa once told me...
some thing are better off left on the ground,
manure doesn't stink 'till you stir it around.
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okay, he didn't really say this, I did... but it sounds like what he would have said.
There are many truths to be found in this simple rhyme. This is one line from a piece called "A Farmer by Trade" - a tribute to my grandpa (an Iowa farmer).- Kevin Pace, WordsDoMatter
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Aww this is great whether he said it or not, Made me smile. Best to you in the contest
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thanks
nothing like the wisdom of an Iowa farmer... thanks for reminicing with me. - Kevin
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forgot
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Quite perceptive. Even city dwellers could appreciate this, as some have dogs...
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yes
truth is truth.... city, backwoods, or wherever... thanks for reading - Kevin
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This made me chuckle.
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thanks
and, oh is it true... thanks for the contest. Kevin
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lol, that is so true. found out first hand after driving in a jeep in the cow pasture.
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It does sound like something a grandpa would say. Good work!
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yeah
it really does........ and I am a grandpa now that I think about it.. wow, reality-check .. lol God bless - Kevin
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